éénlijnig

éénlijnig is a Dutch adjective that translates to "single-line" or "monoline" in English. It is used to describe something that consists of or is arranged in a single line. This can apply to various contexts, from visual art to technical drawings and even abstract concepts.

In the realm of drawing and art, éénlijnig refers to a technique or style where an image is created using a single, continuous line without lifting the pen or pencil from the surface. This often results in a fluid and minimalist aesthetic, where the artist must carefully plan the stroke to avoid crossing lines or leaving gaps. Such drawings can be both challenging to execute and captivating to behold.

Beyond art, the term can be used more broadly. For example, a "éénlijnig diagram" might represent a simple process or connection with only one path shown. In typography, a font could be described as éénlijnig if its strokes are uniformly thick, resembling a monoline script. The core idea is always singularity of the line, emphasizing its unbroken nature and lack of complex layering or multiple parallel paths. The simplicity inherent in the concept of éénlijnig often lends itself to clarity and directness.